MusicYears 3–5Recorder

Recorder Grade 3: Performance Pieces

Three pieces in contrasting styles; basic ornamentation; duo playing

What you'll learn

  1. 1

    Pretend your recorder is a friendly bird 🐦. You'll play a short song called 'Hot Cross Buns' using just three notes!

  2. 2

    How many notes do you need to play 'Hot Cross Buns'?

  3. 3

    Tap the notes in the right order to play 'Hot Cross Buns'!

  4. 4

    Let's learn the notes: B (thumb + top hole), A (thumb + top 2 holes), G (thumb + top 3 holes).

  5. 5

    Which note needs you to cover the MOST holes?

  6. 6

    Play 'Hot Cross Buns' again — this time tap the notes faster!

  7. 7

    What is the first note of 'Hot Cross Buns'?

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